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HelpOrder Code LABSYNFP Synovial Fluid Profile
Additional Codes
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Test Name in EPIC |
EPIC Test Code |
Mnemonic |
|
RV Synovial Fluid Crystal Exam |
LAB3159 |
CRYBF |
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RV BODY FLUID ANALYSIS, CELL COUNT W/DIFF |
LAB2706 |
BFANL |
Useful For
Aids in the diagnosis of joint disease, systemic disease, inflammation, malignancy, infection, and trauma. Includes cell count and differential and crystal identification. Testing for culture, and chemistry are not included in this panel and must be ordered separately.
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Synovial Fluid
Preferred Collection Container: Lavender (EDTA) Tube
Acceptable Collection Container for Crystals: Lavender (EDTA) ,Dark Green Heparin Tube (no gel), or sterile container.
Specimen Volume: Optimal 2 ml
Minimum Specimen Volume: 0.5 ml
Label specimen with an EPIC label or with the patient’s name, date of birth or hospital medical record number, specimen source, date and time of collection, and collector’s initials.
Specimen Stability
Test specimen within 1 hour or refrigerate.
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Stability |
| Synovial Fluid | Ambient | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Rejection Criteria: Determined by performing laboratory.
Performing Laboratory
Ridgeview Medical Center Laboratory
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Sunday
Methodology
See individual tests for methodology.
CPT Code
89060, 89501
Reference Range
See individual tests for methodology.